Polygon’s 2022 holiday gift guide

This is a great and affordable wireless controller for Switch, PC, and mobile, supporting Bluetooth as well as a 2.4g wireless connection, and it also comes with a charging dock.

Forget touch controls or a phone clip; snap this on your iPhone or Android phone to turn it into a premium handheld device, whether you’re streaming Xbox or PS5 titles or playing Genshin Impact. A PlayStation version is also available.

The second of the Folio Society’s Marvel Heroes compilations is an excellent starting point to getting into the adventures of everyone’s favorite web slinger, and includes a complete replica of The Amazing Spider-Man #1.

Think you knew everything about Elden Ring? This official tome provides the definitive guide to every inch of The Lands Between, complete with detailed maps and beautiful artwork.

The second volume of the official guide to the biggest game of the year includes everything you need to know about Elden Ring’s enemies and gear. Even if you’ve triumphed against the game’s terrifying bosses, this book will be worth it just for the gorgeous artwork.

These controllers may be bulky, but they make playing your Switch in handheld mode more comfortable thanks to the grips and larger buttons. The attachment included also means these can double as wired full-size controllers.

Keychron has made a name for itself with its solid mechanical keyboards, and its standard 75% model, the Keychron V1, is one of our favorites. This compact keyboard features hot-swappable switches, a volume dial, durable PBT keycaps, and built-in sound dampening.

Get nostalgic for Sonic the Hedgehog and the iconic Green Hill Zone by building it with Lego bricks, along with models of the Blue Blur, his enemies, and rings.

It’s finally time to make the switch to OLED with LG’s latest model of webOS-powered smart TV with built-in voice control. You’ll get the best visuals out of your consoles, thanks to the C3’s ability to display games at high frame rates.

An annual Disney+ subscription comes with movies and shows beyond Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars, but of course it has those too.

This light and quiet Bluetooth keyboard has media controls, making it an ideal companion for streaming entertainment from your PC-connected TV.

Meta’s new Quest 3 mixed-reality headset boasts double the graphical processing power of its predecessor, richer audio, and more precise controls for even more immersive VR and AR experiences.

Nintendo’s hybrid console still has plenty of staying power, especially with this year’s The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. If you like to play in handheld mode, this model’s beautiful 7-inch OLED screen is just the ticket.

Nintendo’s annual online subscription isn’t just reasonably priced; the Expansion Pass tier is now an ever better value with the addition of Game Boy and Game Boy Advance titles, and it also grants access to DLC for hit games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

There’s no better way to get started with one of the most well-known series of all time than with this premium box set that includes the first two arcs of the Straw Hat Pirates’ adventures.

Sony’s PS5 fully immerses you in its robust game library with its tactile DualSense controller, 3D sound, and its lighting-fast loading times. If you’re after the most spellbinding blockbuster exclusives that make the most of these features, then look no further.

The premium tier of PlayStation’s annual subscription doesn’t just let you play online, but gives you access to a growing library of games, including recent exclusives and classics going back to the PS1 era. Many can also be streamed, with PS5 title streaming now available.

A truly portable record player that can be folded up and carried around, complete with a 12-hour rechargeable battery. This is capable of playing 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl, while its built-in Bluetooth speaker can pipe music streaming from other devices.

Look Pika sharp in this sophisticated black jacket that features a cool outline of Pikachu on the back. This jacket is also available featuring many other Pokémon favorites.

If you were obsessed with the dice minigame in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla then why not play the game for real with friends and family with this officially licensed dice set?

Keep your gaming laptop in good condition wherever you take it with this sturdy tear- and water-resistant 15-inch laptop backpack. Also available in sizes for 13-inch and 17-inch laptops.

It’s no secret that this is one of the most comfortable gaming chairs you can buy, and that’s before you use its complimentary memory foam head pillow. The plainer designs are great, but if you’ve got the budget, you can also splash out on fancier upholstery and esports brand colors.

It’s the ship that made the Kessel run in less than 12 parsecs, in waffle form! An ideal treat for Star Wars fans who also like making waffles.

While competition has stiffened with powerful portables, Valve’s delightfully chunky Steam Deck is great for playing even the latest AAA releases on the go. Having the Steam store at your fingertips means you’re never far from another tempting deal or demo. And if you’re OK with paying more, the new Steam Deck OLED features a gorgeous OLED screen and longer battery life.

Play chess with a Tolkienian twist with this fine chess set featuring beautifully sculpted pieces.

Go on an exciting culinary adventure with this cookbook featuring recipes inspired by the world of Final Fantasy 14, from snacks to meals to dessert. There’s even a foreword from the MMO’s producer/director, Naoki Yoshida.

When you just want one headset to work on all of your consoles, Turtle Beach’s premium wireless gaming headset for Xbox is the one. It includes a feature called Superhuman Hearing, allowing you to gain the advantage in competitive games, and it ships with Bluetooth support for your phone, plus it has swappable batteries, so charging is less of a concern.

An essential monthly subscription for Xbox owners, as it provides access to a large library of titles (including some new releases from day one). The Ultimate tier also allows you to play these titles via cloud streaming on a phone or tablet, meaning you don’t even need to be an Xbox owner to reap the benefits.

Microsoft’s Xbox Series X can really open you up to more games, especially when you also gift a subscription to Xbox Game Pass, which gives you access to many top titles to play from day one.